Position Description

We are seeking an experienced Business Analyst based in Hong Kong to manage system deliveries for Equity Derivatives business (Projects include: OTC Options project and Prime projects). The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating end-to-end activities, from requirement gathering to translating those requirements into effective system solutions, and overseeing implementation and deployment. The successful candidate will have a strong ability to collaborate with multiple teams to drive success and manage various projects simultaneously.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

1. Gather and analyze requirements from stakeholders to ensure a comprehensive understanding of their needs and propose suitable solutions.
2. Translate gathered requirements into detailed specifications and collaborate effectively with developers to deliver appropriate solutions.
3. Document and maintain functional requirements and design specifications throughout the project lifecycle.
4. Define testing strategies and conduct thorough SIT for new features and enhancements, as well as co-ordinate UAT.
5. Communicate changes to impacted business users across various departments, including planning and managing changes in processes, operations, and systems.
6. Identify and escalate risks while proposing both tactical and strategic solutions to mitigate these risks and provide business support.
7. Assist in project coordination and perform administrative tasks as needed to support project progress.

Requirements

1. Bachelor degree or above in IT/Computing or related studies
2. 8 - 10 years of experience in business analysis within the banking/finance sector
3. Proven experience in delivering system projects successfully
4. Good understanding of derivative products
5. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills to assess complex situations
6. Excellent communication and writing skills in English and Chinese (Mandarin is advantage)
7. Good project management skills
8. Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to work independently
9. Knowledge of Prime brokerage or OTC Options is beneficial but not essential.
10. Past experience with Calypso system is an advantage
11. Familiarity with SQL and other scripting languages is an added advantage